Join us for an exciting online event celebrating women in the fishing industry!
Our speakers will highlight different career paths while sharing their own experiences, challenges and ambitions. Whether you're already in the industry or just curious, please come and join us!
AGENDA
12:00 PM - 12:10 PM: Welcome and Introduction from Hannah Fennell, Co-Director, UK
- Hannah began working in the fishing sector as a researcher with Orkney Fisheries Association in 2017, before becoming CEO of Orkney Fisheries Association in 2020.
12:10 PM - 12:20: Emma Plotnek, Fishing into the Future
- Emma will share her career trajectory and offer useful tips on how to network and make connections - bringing in her experience of juggling childcare alongside full-time work.
12:20 PM - 12:30 PM: Elizabeth Atia, Fisherman
- Elizabeth Atia is part of the fishing crew working on an 8-meter inshore fishing boat (among many other hats including food and adventure blogging!). She's been fishing for a year now around the wild and remote Shetland Islands.
12:30 PM - 12:40 PM: PM: Kara Brydson, FIS
- Kara is the Executive Director of Fisheries Innovation & Sustainability (FIS), helping to make positive change for the seafood industry and the people driving it. Kara will share her experience and mention bursary opportunities for travel or study that might help you test the waters in your career!
12:40 PM - 12:50 PM: tbc
12:50 PM - 1:15 PM: Q&A